The Department of Tourism Region III, in partnership with the DOT-Office of Tourism Development Planning, Research, and Information Management (OTDPRIM) and the Municipality of Baler, successfully conducted the Local Tourism Development Planning (LTDP) Workshop 1 on December 2-4, 2025.
The workshop brought together department heads of the local government unit of Baler and regional tourism stakeholders to strengthen Balerโs tourism planning through collaborative discussions and activities guided by the DOT Tourism Guidebook for LGUs. Participants reviewed the municipalityโs current tourism situation, discussed national policies, and worked on strategies to address local challenges and opportunities. […]
๐ง๐ผ๐๐ฟ๐ถ๐๐บ ๐๐ป๐๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ฝ๐ฟ๐ถ๐๐ฒ ๐๐ผ๐ฟ๐๐บ ๐๐ถ๐ด๐ต๐น๐ถ๐ด๐ต๐๐ ๐ฆ๐๐ฟ๐ฒ๐ป๐ด๐๐ต๐ฒ๐ป๐ฒ๐ฑ ๐๐ผ๐บ๐ฝ๐น๐ถ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฐ๐ฒ ๐ถ๐ป ๐๐ฐ๐ฐ๐ฟ๐ฒ๐ฑ๐ถ๐๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป, ๐๐ป๐๐ถ๐ฟ๐ผ๐ป๐บ๐ฒ๐ป๐๐ฎ๐น ๐ฆ๐๐๐๐ฎ๐ถ๐ป๐ฎ๐ฏ๐ถ๐น๐ถ๐๐, ๐๐ฐ๐ฐ๐ฒ๐๐๐ถ๐ฏ๐ถ๐น๐ถ๐๐, ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฑ ๐๐๐ฏ๐ฒ๐ฟ ๐๐ฎ๐ณ๐ฒ๐๐
The DOT Region III successfully hosted the Tourism Enterprise Forum with the theme: Enhancing Collaboration towards Compliance and Sustainable Growth on December 4, 2025 for Tourism Enterprises and December 5, 2025 for Tourism Officers and Business Permit and Licensing Officers from Central Luzon to enhance industry-wide adherence to Philippine tourism, environmental, accessibility, and digital safety […]
KOREA INVITATION TRAINING PROGRAM – Successfully Concluded!
The Department of Tourism Region III proudly took part in the recently concluded KTOโDOT Dure Tourism Development Project Training Program held in Seoul, Goesan-gun, and Seocheon-gun, Republic of Korea. This five-day capacity-building program gathered representatives from the DOT, TIEZA, LGU partners, and World Vision to deepen their understanding of Koreaโs community-based tourism (CBT) modelsโincluding the […]
DOT-III Joins Regional Leaders in the Fourth Quarter 2025 Assembly of the Central Luzon RDC
The 18th Central Luzon Regional Development Council (RDC) convened its Fourth Quarter 2025 Full Council Meeting today at the Royce Hotel in Clark, Pampanga. The Department of Tourism Region III (DOT-III) participated alongside regional directors and representatives from various national government agencies as the Council addressed priority concerns and updates affecting regional growth. This was […]
The Department of Tourism Region III Officeโs (DOT-III) participation in the 18-Day Campaign to End Violence Against Women and Children
The Department of Tourism Region III Officeโs (DOT-III) participation in the 18-Day Campaign to End Violence Against Women and Children officially launched on 25 November 2025, at the heart of Olongapo City, in partnership with the Local Government Unit (LGU) of Olongapo City through its tourism office and Gordon College. The kick-off program was held […]
The Department of Tourism Region III (DOT-III) took part in the Mt. Samat Shrine Site FTEZ Year-End & 2026 Planning held today at the Kagitingan Pavilion, Balanga City.
The program involved an in-depth presentation on the 2025 accomplishments and assessments, offering a clear picture of the milestones achieved as well as areas for improvement. This was followed by a thorough discussion of the 2026 plans, which outlined key priorities such as infrastructure projects, the advancement of green transportation initiatives, and a roster of […]
Wings and Wetlands: Culmination Day of the Birdwatching and Community Tour Guides Training
The last day of the Introduction to Birdwatching and Community Tour Guides Training began with a short recap of the week-long activity. A written examination was given, to assess the participantsโ knowledge of wetlands, birds, and basic principles in eco-guiding. The exam was facilitated by Mr. Adrian Constantino, Mr. Virtito Natural Jr., and Mr. Antonio […]
Day 1 of the Regional Tour Guiding Course for Central Luzon facilitated by the Department of Tourism Region III
The DOT-Office of Human Capital Development Director Arlene A. Alipio welcomed the participants, highlighting the need for regional guides for upcoming projects of the DOT. The DOT-III Regional Director Richard G. Daenos graced the opening ceremony, thanking everyone for their commitment and their love for the Philippines. This program is a 30-day training to develop […]
Strengthening inclusivity and collaboration, the Department of Tourism-Region III (DOT-III) staff took part in the 2-Day 2025 Year-End Assessment and Gender and Development (GAD) Training on December 17โ18.
The meaningful training was led by Mr. Allain R. Malit of DSWD III, focusing on fostering safe spaces, addressing unconscious bias, breaking gender stereotypes, and practicing gender-fair language in the workplace. The purpose of which is to underscore the importance of strengthening institutional awareness and capacity in promoting gender equality and inclusive workplace practices. In […]
Central Luzon Shines at the Philippine Festival in Tokyo, Japan 2025
The Department of Tourism โ Region III (DOT III), together with the Angeles City Tourism Office (ACTO), proudly showcased the best of Central Luzon at the Philippine Festival Tokyo 2025, held on 29โ30 November at Yoyogi Park in Shibuya. The Central Luzon Booth drew strong attention from visitors, featuring interactive activities, cultural showcases, and regional […]
Central Luzon Strengthens Tourism Presence through Japan Roadshow 2025
The Department of Tourism โ Region III (DOT III) participated in the Central Luzon Roadshow in Tokyo, Japan on November 27, 2025. Led by the Luzon International Premiere Airport Development Corp. (LIPAD), in partnership with the DOT III, Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA), Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA), Angeles City Tourism Office (ACTO), and […]
How to Save a Life: Day 3 of Introduction to Birdwatching and Community Tour Guides Training
Day 3 of the Introduction to Birdwatching and Community Tour Guides Training put the spotlight on a critical life-saving skill set: Basic Life Support and First Aid. Guided by our DOT-accredited trainers, ๐ ๐ฟ. ๐๐ฑ๐๐ถ๐ป ๐๐ด๐๐ถ๐น๐ฎ๐ฟ, ๐ ๐ฟ. ๐ ๐ฒ๐น๐ฐ๐ต๐ผ๐ฟ ๐ฃ๐ฎ๐ฑ๐ถ๐น๐น๐ฎ, ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฑ ๐ ๐. ๐ ๐๐ฟ๐ป๐ฎ ๐๐บ๐ผ๐ป-๐ง๐๐ฏ๐ฒ๐ผ, participants were introduced to concepts and actual application of basic first aid during […]
